Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the classic flavors of chicken cordon bleu with an open-faced sandwich presentation. This delectable dish starts with a juicy, tender chicken breast, expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection. The chicken is then adorned with a slice of savory ham and a generous layer of melted Swiss cheese, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Nestled between two crispy pieces of bread, this open-faced sandwich is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
The article features two variations of this tantalizing dish: the classic Open-Faced Chicken Cordon Bleu and a unique Air Fryer Open-Faced Chicken Cordon Bleu. Both recipes provide step-by-step instructions, ensuring culinary success for home chefs of all skill levels. Whether you prefer the traditional cooking method or the convenience of an air fryer, these recipes offer a versatile culinary experience that caters to your preferences. Get ready to embark on a flavor-filled journey as you explore the delightful world of open-faced chicken cordon bleu.
EASY CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix together the mustard and mascarpone. Set aside.
- Preheat the broiler to high.
- Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and continue to heat for an additional 1 minute. Sprinkle the chicken breasts evenly with 1 teaspoon salt. Place the chicken in the skillet and cook on the first side until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Flip the chicken and continue to cook until just cooked through, about 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat.
- Lay 1/2 slice of cheese on each chicken breast. Lay 2 slices of ham on top of the cheese on each breast. Divide the mustard sauce evenly over the ham and top with the remaining cheese slices. Broil until the cheese is melted, golden brown and bubbly, about 2 minutes.
OPEN-FACE CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Categories Cheese Chicken Dairy Leafy Green Pork Broil Sauté Quick & Easy Gourmet
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat broiler. Pat chicken dry and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat butter in a flameproof 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides.
- Sauté chicken in butter, without turning, until cooked through and undersides are golden, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and turn chicken over, then top each cutlet with 2 spinach leaves, 1 slice ham (folding it to fit), and 1/4 cup cheese.
- Broil 3 inches from heat until cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes.
OPEN FACED CHICKEN CORDON BLUE
This recipe came to me while grocery shopping for something to cook. I was in the mood for Chicken Cordon Blue but didn't have the time to prepare it. I hope you make it and tell me if you enjoy it.
Provided by Barbara Youlio
Categories Chicken
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Coat chicken breasts in the flour. Dip chicken in beaten egg (mixed with a little water); then coat chicken with the bread crumbs.
- 2. Fry chicken in a pan with oil and a few pats of butter. Cook chicken until done. Put a slice of baked ham on top of chicken breast; then top with a slice of provolone cheese; add the jar of sauce around the chicken (avoid putting it on top of the chicken and cheese). Put a lid on top of the pan and allow the cheese to melt. When the cheese is melted and the sauce is heated through, it's done.
- 3. Serve with your favorite pasta, vegetable or salad.
KETO OPEN-FACED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
All the flavors of traditional cordon bleu but keto friendly and much easier to assemble since there is no stuffing or rolling involved.
Provided by France C
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Ham
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Season chicken cutlets with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Whisk eggs and Dijon mustard together in a shallow bowl. Combine almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken cutlets into egg mixture, letting excess drip off. Dredge with almond flour mixture, then set on a plate.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cutlets and cook until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip over and cook until chicken is no longer pink inside and the juices are running clear, 3 to 4 minutes more.
- Place chicken cutlets on a baking sheet. Top with slices of ham and cover with shredded Swiss cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese has melted, 4 to 5 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 606.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 204.2 mg, Fat 43.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 46.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 679.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
ZEE'S EASY OPEN FACED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
I started making this a couple of years ago. It was a fast way of making it and was easy to change to diet menu in case I needed it. This was an easier version and tasty from frozen versions. I hope you will try it at least once.
Provided by Zelda Hopkins
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Pound Chicken Breast to flatten. Dip in egg wash and then into bread crumbs with granulated Garlic.
- 2. Melt Margarine in nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook Chicken 1 minute on each side. Place in Square pan. Top each breast with a slice of ham. Pour pan drippings over Chicken.
- 3. Cover with tin foil and bake at 375 degrees for 25 minutes. Uncover and add a slice of cheese over each chicken breast. Cover and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
WEEKNIGHT CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Ever cut a recipe from a magazine and find you missed part of it? I winged it for a Cordon Bleu my son calls his top choice. -Mary Ann Turk, Joplin, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°. Remove from pan., Heat remaining oil in same pan. Add green beans and mushrooms; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender. Return chicken to pan; top each with a slice of ham and cheese. Cook, covered, 1-2 minutes or just until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 763mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 47g protein.
OPEN-FACED CORDON BLEU
Make and share this Open-Faced Cordon Bleu recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Beat eggs in shallow dish.
- Place bread crumbs in another shallow dish.
- Dip chicken in egg, then crumbs.
- Heat oil and butter in lg skillet.
- Brown chicken on both sides.
- Put chicken in baking pan.
- Pour tomatoes over chicken.
- Sprinkle with oregano and salt.
- Top chicken pieces with ham and then cheese.
- Bake at 375* for 15 minutes, or until tomato juice is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.2, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 13, Cholesterol 229.4, Sodium 1597.9, Carbohydrate 27.6, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 5.8, Protein 45.8
EASY BAKED CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
Easy recipe that tastes like you cooked all day. Chicken breasts are wrapped around ham and mozzarella cheese for a change in this version of the classic baked dish.
Provided by HOLLYSTACH
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Lay out the pounded chicken breasts on a clean surface. Place a slice of ham on each piece, then one stick of cheese. Roll the chicken up around the cheese and ham, and secure with toothpicks. Dip each roll in melted butter, then roll in bread crumbs. Place in a shallow baking dish.
- Bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until chicken is browned and juices run clear.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 128.1 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 34.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 759.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
OVEN CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
My son loves Chicken Cordon Bleu, but I'm not a fan of store versions. My recipe has all the yummy flavors in a 30-minute meal. Leftovers freeze well. -Ronda Eagle, Goose Creek, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper; arrange in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Top each with one slice of ham and a half slice of cheese, folding ham in half and covering chicken as much as possible. Sprinkle with bread crumbs. Carefully spritz bread crumbs with cooking spray, keeping crumbs in place. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°., For sauce, in a small saucepan, whisk flour and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Reduce to medium heat. Stir in wine and cheese; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until cheese is melted and sauce is thickened and bubbly. Stir in salt and pepper. Keep warm over low heat until ready to serve. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 498mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU I
This entree is easy and delicious! It's one of my husband's favorites! Try to use the largest chicken breasts you can find so you'll be able to roll them easier.
Provided by Jill M.
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 7x11 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pound chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness.
- Sprinkle each piece of chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Place 1 cheese slice and 1 ham slice on top of each breast. Roll up each breast, and secure with a toothpick. Place in baking dish, and sprinkle chicken evenly with bread crumbs.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from oven, and place 1/2 cheese slice on top of each breast. Return to oven for 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese has melted. Remove toothpicks, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 123.6 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 46.1 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 931.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the final dish will be.
- Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken breasts thin. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from drying out.
- Make sure the ham and cheese are thinly sliced. This will help them melt evenly and create a smooth, creamy filling.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken breasts. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Cook the chicken breasts over medium heat. This will help them cook through without burning.
- Serve the chicken breasts immediately with your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
Open-faced chicken cordon bleu is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a classic French dish that is sure to impress your guests. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that is both delicious and elegant.
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